Less time under the beam: shorter radiation may ease burden for seniors with head and neck cancer
NCT ID NCT04284540
First seen Feb 03, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study tested a shorter course of radiation therapy for people aged 70 and older with head and neck cancer. The goal was to see if fewer treatments could reduce side effects and help patients finish their therapy. 37 participants received radiation over a shorter period than the standard 6-7 weeks.
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Locations
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Mount Sinai Chelsea
New York, New York, 10011, United States
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Mount Sinai Downtown Union Square
New York, New York, 10003, United States
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Mount Sinai Hospital
New York, New York, 10029, United States
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Mount Sinai West
New York, New York, 10019, United States
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